Network Engineer (DoW / U.S. Navy Systems)

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• Network Design & Architecture: Develop network topologies, templates, and IP addressing plans that meet Navy system requirements. \n

• Engineering & Implementation: Lead the integration, configuration, testing, deployment, securing, and troubleshooting of wired and wireless LAN/WAN architectures including next-generation firewalls and VPNs. Monitor performance and support sustainment of fielded networks. \n

• Lifecycle Support: Plan end-of-life replacements and technology refreshes, evaluate emerging technologies, and conduct analysis of alternatives (AoA) for legacy systems. \n

• Testing & Documentation: Author test plans, technical design documentation, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and engineering reports and status updates. \n

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Provide technical guidance and briefings to production teams, systems engineers, program managers, and senior military stakeholders. \n

• Automation & Software-Defined Networking: Deploy SDN (SD-WAN, SD-Access) and automated configuration tools to streamline network provisioning, accelerate fleet deployments, and improve network reliability. \n

• Travel: Ability to travel OCONUS to support fleet installations and system deployments. \n

• Security Clearance: Active DoW Secret Security Clearance is required; ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI Clearance preferred. \n

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related physical science/operational research discipline. \n

• Experience: Minimum 5-7 years of dedicated engineering experience designing, configuring, deploying, testing, and troubleshooting Cisco routing and switching solutions supporting DoW programs. \n

• Cybersecurity Workforce Qualification: Must meet DoW Cyber Workforce Framework (DCWF) qualification requirements for the assigned work role. Active CompTIA Security+ CE certification is required. \n

• Certifications: CCNA is required; CCNP or equivalent professional-level certification is highly preferred. \n

• Modern Tools: Demonstrated experience with network automation, next-generation firewalls, VPNs, Layer 2/3 protocols, SDN, and Catalyst Center solutions. \n

• Data & Reporting: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Project, PowerPoint) with advanced MS Excel capabilities for data-driven engineering reporting. \n

• Work Environment: Work flexible hours occasionally to support OCONUS customers. Work both independently and as part of a team and able to interact effectively with all levels of leadership. \n

Cypher Analytics is a leading management consulting firm specializing in comprehensive and mission-critical project management, financial management, engineering, and training solutions to the Department of War (DoW), specifically the U.S. Navy. For over 15 years, we have delivered insightful cost-saving initiatives to help the government provide more capability to the warfighter.